2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.

Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Armada 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Armada Avensis
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1990 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 60 L